Arlington’s Entertainment District is one of the most packed stretches of sports and entertainment in the country. Two world-class stadiums sit right next to each other, surrounded by restaurants, hotels and a dining complex that stays busy well after the final out.
Whether you are visiting for a Rangers game or a concert at AT&T Stadium, this is where you will spend most of your time. Here is everything you need to know about the district and what is waiting for you.
Globe Life Field is the home of the Texas Rangers and the crown jewel of the Entertainment District. The retractable roof keeps the stadium climate-controlled year-round, which makes a massive difference during the Texas summer.
Inside, you will find one of the best food lineups in Major League Baseball, including Hurtado Barbecue at Section 141, Whataburger near Section 105, and Blue Bell ice cream throughout the concourse.
Beyond game days, Globe Life Field offers behind-the-scenes tours, pregame experiences and VIP artifact tours that let you get up close to Rangers history.
AT&T Stadium sits directly across from Globe Life Field and is home to the Dallas Cowboys. The venue also hosts concerts, college events and major international competitions. In the summer of 2026, AT&T Stadium is one of the host sites for the global soccer event, bringing visitors from around the world to the district.
Stadium tours are available on non-event days, offering a look at the locker rooms, the field and the stadium’s impressive art collection.
Texas Live! is a 200,000-square-foot dining and entertainment complex located between the two stadiums. It is the natural gathering spot before and after events. Restaurants include Troy’s (from Cowboys Hall of Famer Troy Aikman), Lockhart Smokehouse, Guy Fieri’s Taco Joint and Sports and Social Arlington. PBR Texas brings live music, a mechanical bull and late-night energy.
The complex also houses the Live! Arena with a 100-foot LED screen for game-day watch parties and big events. Texas Live! is generally open daily but goes 21-and-over only after 9:00 p.m.
The original Six Flags theme park is located just west of the Entertainment District. For 2026, the park added the Tormenta Rampaging Run, a record-breaking coaster standing 309 feet tall. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, a 50-acre water park, sits nearby and is a popular stop for families visiting in the summer.
Choctaw Stadium was the Rangers’ home from 1994 to 2019 and now hosts soccer, football and other events. Back-to-back tours of Globe Life Field and Choctaw Stadium are available on select dates.
The dining options go well beyond stadium concessions. Soy Cowboy at the Live! by Loews hotel serves sushi, tempura and Korean BBQ. Cut and Bourbon offers steakhouse classics. Hurtado Barbecue’s original brick-and-mortar restaurant sits in Downtown Arlington, about a half-mile from the stadiums. Hearsay Arlington provides a speakeasy-inspired experience with views of the district.
Staying inside the district puts everything within walking distance. Live! by Loews is a great choice as it overlooks Globe Life Field.
Hotel prices in Arlington climb significantly during Rangers home stands, Cowboys games and the 2026 international soccer tournament.
The two stadiums are roughly a five to 13-minute walk apart depending on your starting gate, connected by Cowboys Way and Nolan Ryan Expressway. You can walk between Globe Life Field, AT&T Stadium and Texas Live! without needing a car.
The Arlington Trolley provides complimentary shuttle service between participating hotels and major district attractions on event days. If you are driving, paid parking lots surround the stadiums, and you can reserve spots in advance through the MLB Ballpark app.
Arlington does not have a public mass transit system, so plan your transportation in advance if you are coming from Dallas, Fort Worth or DFW Airport. Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are the most popular options.
Globe Life Field is a cashless venue, so bring a credit or debit card. The bag policy allows soft-sided bags up to 16 by 16 by eight inches, but backpacks are prohibited. You can bring in one sealed bottle of water (up to one liter) and outside food in a clear quart-sized bag.
The two stadiums are roughly 0.5 miles apart, depending on your starting point. The walk takes about eight to 13 minutes through the Arlington Entertainment District.
Texas Live! is a 200,000-square-foot dining and entertainment complex located between Globe Life Field and AT&T Stadium. It features restaurants, bars, live music and a 100-foot LED screen for watch parties.
Yes. Globe Life Field, AT&T Stadium and Texas Live! are all within walking distance of each other. Several hotels in the district are also a short walk from both stadiums.
Yes. Globe Life Field offers daily ballpark tours, premium tours with field access and VIP artifact pregame tours. Visit the Globe Life Field page for dates and pricing.
Yes. Six Flags Over Texas is located just west of the Arlington Entertainment District, a short drive from Globe Life Field and AT&T Stadium.
Texas Live! has several restaurants including Troy’s, Lockhart Smokehouse and Guy Fieri’s Taco Joint.
